The Renaissance Of iPhone Since 2007

2022-12-16

The original iPhone was introduced to the public on June 29, 2007, a few months after Steve Jobs made the announcement to launch a phone at the Macworld convention in January 2007. The iPhone which is part of the iPhone evolution was revolutionary because it was the first touch-screen phone with a built-in MP3 player (iPod) and a fully functional web browser.

iPhone Evolution Throughout The Years

An examination of the iPhone’s development from its 2007 introduction reveals insights into the device’s current status as a cultural icon. In this list, we dive into the Apple evolution as it changes gradually in terms of design, specifications over the last 15 years.

1. iPhone (2007)

The Apple iPhone’s origin story begins in 2007, when Steve Jobs shocked the world by announcing a mysterious new product that would combine an iPod music player, an Internet communication device, and a standard phone all in one sleek package. That was the very first iPhone, created by Apple.

Specs:

Released: 29 June 2007
Display: 3.5 inches (480 x 320 pixels)
Camera: 2 MP single camera
Hardware: 0.1GB RAM
Storage: 16GB
Battery: 1400 mAh
Operating system: iOS 3.x

2. iPhone 3G (2008)

The iPhone 3G’s screen size remained the same as the original, but it adopted a new, glossy plastic body and gained 3G connectivity, allowing for substantially quicker online page loads. The Global Positioning System (GPS) was initially introduced on the iPhone 3G, making it possible for users to get a more accurate sense of where they were at any given time.

Specs:

Released: 11 July 2008
Display: 3.5 inches (480 x 320 pixels)
Camera: 2 MP single camera
Hardware: 0.1GB RAM
Storage: 16GB
Battery: 1150 mAh
Operating system: iOS 4.x

3. iPhone 3GS (2009)

iPhone evolution evolved internally this time where It was the first iPhone to be able to record video, hence the “S” in “3GS,” and it was also more powerful and quicker. Video recording at VGA (480p) resolution was introduced with the new 3-megapixel camera in the iPhone 3GS.

Specs:

Released: 19 June 2009
Display: 3.5 inches (480 x 320 pixels)
Camera: 3 MP single camera
Hardware: 0.25GB RAM
Storage: 32GB
Battery: 1219 mAh
Operating system: iOS 6.1x

4. iPhone 4 (2010)

From the look iPhone evolution, numerous Apple customers felt that the iPhone 4 had the best overall design of any iPhone. The iPhone 4 had a revolutionary glass design and metal frame, marking the first substantial redesign in the iPhone series. As the first iPhone to use Apple’s revolutionary ‘Retina’ display, its resolution of 640 x 960 pixels was so high that the company claimed it was on par with the human retina’s maximum pixel density.

Specs:

Released: 24 June 2010
Display: 3.5 inches (960 x 640 pixels)
Camera: 5 MP single camera with 0.3 MP VGA front
Hardware: Apple A4 0.5GB RAM
Storage: 32GB
Battery: 1420 mAh
Operating system: iOS 7.x

5. iPhone 4S (2011)

Siri, the iPhone 4s’s impressive smart voice assistant, stole the show with its witty questioning and ability to provide comic relief in times of need. It allowed for the setting of reminders and calendar events.

Specs:

Released: 14 October 2011
Display: 3.5 inches (960 x 640 pixels)
Camera: 8 MP single camera with 0.3 MP VGA front
Hardware: Apple A5 0.5GB RAM
Storage: 64GB
Battery: 1420 mAh
Operating system: iOS 9.x

6. iPhone 5 (2012)

Apple evolution evolved in more of a sleek look this year when the iPhone 5’s screen increased in size from 3.5 inches to 4 inches and adopted a 16:9 aspect ratio (instead of the 3:2 ratio used previously), making it more suited for watching videos, which are almost always shot in that aspect ratio.

Specs:

Released: 21 September 2012
Display: 4 inches (1136 x 640 pixels)
Camera: 8 MP single camera with 1.2 MP front
Hardware: Apple A6 1GB RAM
Storage: 64GB
Battery: 1440 mAh
Operating system: iOS 10.x

7. iPhone 5C & 5S (2013)

Still, the new Apple A7 ‘Cyclone’ CPU was the first 64-bit chip in a phone, years before others had even begun working on 64-bit chips, and the fingerprint-based secure authentication system, ‘Touch ID,’ would take years to effectively implement on Android phones, making this an essential ‘S’ update.

Not to be forgotten is Apple’s low-priced iPhone 5c, which sold well due to its bright colours and plastic construction, hence, this was considered to be part of iPhone evolution from a positive angle and green environment friendly.

Specs of iPhone 5C:

Released: 20 September 2013
Display: 4 inches (1136 x 640 pixels)
Camera: 8 MP single camera with 1.2 MP front
Hardware: Apple A6 1GB RAM
Storage: 32GB
Battery: 1507 mAh
Operating system: iOS 10.x

Specs of iPhone 5S:

Released: 20 September 2013
Display: 4 inches (1136 x 640 pixels)
Camera: 8 MP single camera with 1.2 MP front
Hardware: Apple A7 1GB RAM
Storage: 32GB
Battery: 1507 mAh
Operating system: iOS 12.x

8. iPhone 6 & 6 Plus (2014)

Another new move from the course of Apple evolution, the long wait for an iPhone with a larger display ended in 2014, when Apple unveiled the long-awaited iPhone 6. Both the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 and the 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus were available.

With a sleek and lightweight aluminium body, the pair sold like hotcakes thanks to its superior design. You can claim with confidence that the iPhone 6 paved the way for premium metal builds to become the norm for flagship devices.

Specs of iPhone 6:

Released: 19 September 2014
Display: 4.7 inches (1134 x 750 pixels)
Camera: 8 MP single camera with 1.2 MP front
Hardware: Apple A8 1GB RAM
Storage: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB & 128GB
Battery: 1810 mAh
Operating system: iOS 12.x

Specs of iPhone 6 Plus:

Released: 19 September 2014
Display: 5.5 inches (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Camera: 8 MP single camera with 1.5 MP front
Hardware: Apple A8 1GB RAM
Storage: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB & 128GB
Battery: 2915 mAh
Operating system: iOS 12.x

9. iPhone 6S & 6S Plus (2015)

iPhone 6s (2015) — Images via Cult Of Mac & Mac World

iPhone 6s & iPhone 6S Plus (2015) — Images via Cult Of Mac & Mac World

For the first time, Apple’s iPhone 6s and 6s Plus could capture 4K video. Even though the iPhone 6s was released late, Apple made sure to get all the important details perfect. The phone’s video quality was great, and it was captured at high bit rates. Many laptops at the time couldn’t edit 4K footage, yet a smartphone could.

Specs of iPhone 6S:

Released: 25 September 2015
Display: 4.7 inches (1134 x 750 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 5 MP front
Hardware: Apple A9 2GB RAM
Storage: 32GB, 64GB & 128GB
Battery: 1715 mAh
Operating system: iOS 15.x

Specs of iPhone 6S Plus:

Released: 25 September 2015
Display: 5.5 inches (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 5 MP front
Hardware: Apple A9 2GB RAM
Storage: 32GB, 64GB & 128GB
Battery: 2750 mAh
Operating system: iOS 15.x

10. iPhone SE (2016)

On this segment of iPhone evolution, the first iPhone SE delighted fans of tiny phones by returning to Apple’s tried-and-true 4-inch design factor.

What made it truly revolutionary, however, was its price: at $400 (RM1750+) for the base 16GB model, it was the first truly affordable iPhone.

Specs of iPhone SE:

Released: 31 March 2016
Display: 4 inches (1136 x 640 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 1.2 MP front
Hardware: Apple A9 2GB RAM
Storage: 32GB, 64GB & 128GB
Battery: 1624 mAh
Operating system: iOS 14.x

11. iPhone 7 & 7 Plus (2016)

The iPhone evolution made another small change where Apple removed the headphone jack and water-proofed both iPhones in 2017. The camera Apple “courageously” destroyed the 3.5mm headphone jack. The iPhone 7 broke all Apple sales records, but the backlash was immense.

Specs of iPhone 7:

Released: 19 September 2014
Display: 4.7 inches (1134 x 750 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A10 Fusion 2GB RAM
Storage: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 1960 mAh
Operating system: iOS 15.x

Specs of iPhone 7 Plus:

Released: 19 September 2014
Display: 5.5 inches (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP dual cameras with 7 MP front
Hardware: A10 Fusion 2GB RAM
Storage: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 2900 mAh
Operating system: iOS 15.x

12. iPhone 8 & 8 Plus (2017)

You must still think about how the size will effect your regular use of the phone despite the obvious size difference. For instance, the iPhone 8 is more pleasant to hold and fits into pockets better if you have a narrower grip. The larger iPhone 8 Plus provides a more immersive experience if you play games and watch a lot of video. Images on the iPhone 8 Plus are also slightly clearer, even if you might not be able to see with your naked eye because to the iPhone 8 Plus’ higher resolution and pixel density.

Specs of iPhone 8:

Released: 22 September 2017
Display: 4.7 inches (1134 x 750 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A11 Bionic 2GB RAM
Storage: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 1821 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 8 Plus:

Released: 22 September 2017
Display: 5.5 inches (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A11 Bionic 3GB RAM
Storage: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 2691 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

13. iPhone X (2017)

2017 marked the year of somehow Apple evolution changed drastically, since it was the first iPhone with an OLED display and a bezel-less edge-to-edge screen (yes, with the notch), the iPhone X truly set the standard for future iPhones. The brand-new Face ID system that detected your face proved to be more secure and user-friendly, which also spelled the end of Touch ID fingerprint recognition.

Specs of iPhone X:

Released: 3 November 2017
Display: 5.8 inches (2436 x 1125 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A11 Bionic 3GB RAM
Storage: 64GB & 256GB
Battery: 2716 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

14. iPhone XR (2018)

The back of the XR features a brand-new design in a rainbow of colours. The iPhone XR’s bigger bezels up front and LCD screen technology with a relatively low HD+ resolution preserved the same fast processor as on the XS series here and also used the very same main camera, helping it become the best-selling iPhone of the series alongside the attractiveness of the iOS ecosystem.

Specs of iPhone XR:

Released: 26 October 2018
Display: 6.1 inches (828 x 1792 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A12 Bionic 3GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 2942 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

15. iPhone XS & XS Max (2018)

Following the precedent set by the iPhone X of the previous iPhone evolution, Apple released the iPhone XS and XS Max, both of which included a dual camera system with a primary and a 2X zoom telephoto lens and retailed for $1,000 or more.

Specs of iPhone XS:

Released: 21 September 2018
Display: 5.8 inches (1125 x 2436 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A12 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 2658 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone XS:

Released: 21 September 2018
Display: 6.5 inches (1242 x 2688 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A12 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 3174 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

16. iPhone 11, 11 Pro & 11 Pro Max (2019)

iPhone 11 (2019) — Images via Telstra & Apple

iPhone 11 Pro (2019) — Images via Telstra & Apple

iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019) — Image via Tech Nuggets

Three new iPhones were released by Apple in 2019, and they were very similar to the devices released in 2018.

The most significant update of this iPhone evolution was made to the camera, and all three models of the iPhone now come equipped with a brand-new ultra-wide camera that enables users to take stunning landscape images as well as pictures in confined areas.

Specs of iPhone 11:

Released: 20 September 2019
Display: 6.1 inches (828 x 1792 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A13 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 3110 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 11 Pro:

Released: 20 September 2019
Display: 5.8 inches (1125 x 2436 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A13 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 3046 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 11 Max:

Released: 20 September 2019
Display: 6.5 inches (1242 x 2688 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A13 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 3969 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

17. iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE 2nd Gen (2020) — Image via Low Fat

When Apple revived the SE name in early 2020, it was right about the time the coronavirus pandemic was unleashed, dealing major blows to the economy. It was one of the most affordable among other iPhone models and significantly more powerful than any Android phone at the time, also was powered by Apple’s latest at the time A13 CPU.

Specs of iPhone SE (2020):

Released: 24 April 2020
Display: 4.7 inches (750 x 1334 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A13 Bionic 3GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 1821 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

18. iPhone 12 mini, 12, 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max (2020)

iPhone 12 mini (2020) — Images via Apple Insider, Apple , Iprice & Laptop Max

iPhone 12 (2020) — Images via Apple Insider, Apple , Iprice & Laptop Max

It wasn’t until late 2020 that Apple released four new iPhone models simultaneously. The iPhone 12 series marked a significant departure of iPhone evolution in terms of design from previous iterations, with features including a flatter front and back, thinner bodies, and the introduction of a new, more compact form factor with the iPhone 12 Mini.

Specs of iPhone 12 Mini:

Released: 13 November 2020
Display: 5.4 inches (1080 x 2340 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A14 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 2227 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 12:

Released: 23 October 2020
Display: 6.1 inches (1170 x 2532 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A14 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 2815 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 12 Pro:

Released: 23 October 2020
Display: 6.1 inches (1170 x 2532 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A14 Bionic 6GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 2815 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 12 Pro Max:

Released: 13 November 2020
Display: 6.7 inches (1284 x 2778 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A14 Bionic 6GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 3687 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

19. iPhone 13 Mini, 13, 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max (2021)

There was a worldwide scarcity of chips, yet Apple nonetheless managed to release all four models of the iPhone 13 series simultaneously. A 5.4-inch “mini,” two 6.1-inch “iPhones,” and a 6.7-inch “Pro Max” have remained staples in the series.

Specs of iPhone 13 Mini:

Released: 24 September 2021
Display: 5.4 inches (1080 x 2340 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A15 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 128GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 2438 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 13:

Released: 24 September 2021
Display: 6.1 inches (1170 x 2532 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A15 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 128GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 3240 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 13 Pro:

Released: 24 September 2021
Display: 6.1 inches (1170 x 2532 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A15 Bionic 6GB RAM
Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB & 1TB
Battery: 3095 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 13 Pro Max:

Released: 24 September 2021
Display: 6.7 inches (1284 x 2778 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A15 Bionic 6GB RAM
Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB & 1TB
Battery: 4352 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

20. iPhone SE (2022)

iPhone SE 3rd Gen (2022) — Image via Apple

Before its release, this iPhone didn’t inspire high aspirations or a lot of buzz; in reality, it was a somewhat underwhelming upgrade. The SE (2022) has the same physical appearance as the first iPhone SE, which was introduced in 2014 alongside the iPhone 6.

Specs of iPhone SE (2022):

Released: 18 March 2022
Display: 4.7 inches (750 x 1334 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 7 MP front
Hardware: A15 Bionic 4GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB & 256GB
Battery: 2018 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

21. iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro & 14 Pro Max (2022)

iPhone 14 & 14 plus (2022) — Images via Apple & Screen Rant

iPhone 14 Pro & 14 Pro Max (2022) — Images via Apple & Screen Rant

Last but not least in this list of Apple evolution, This iteration marks the first time that the Pro models receive the updated Apple A16 processor while the other models continue to use the older Apple A15.

The standard edition is largely unchanged in appearance, whereas the Pros feature more substantial upgrades. Rather than a cutout for the front-facing camera, the new Dynamic Island design features a pill-shaped camera module. It’s creative, well-animated, and fluid; the bubbles and pops represent alerts and notifications.

Specs of iPhone 14:

Released: 16 September 2022
Display: 6.1 inches (1170 x 2532 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A15 Bionic 6GB RAM
Storage: 128GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 3279 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 14 Plus:

Released: 7 October 2022
Display: 6.7 inches (1284 x 2778 pixels)
Camera: 12 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A15 Bionic 6GB RAM
Storage: 128GB, 256GB & 512GB
Battery: 4323 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 14 Pro:

Released: 16 September 2022
Display: 6.1 inches (1179 x 2556 pixels)
Camera: 48 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A16 Bionic 6GB RAM
Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB & 1TB
Battery: 3200 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

Specs of iPhone 14 Pro Max:

Released: 16 September 2022
Display: 6.7 inches (1290 x 2796 pixels)
Camera: 48 MP single camera with 12 MP front
Hardware: A16 Bionic 6GB RAM
Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB & 1TB
Battery: 4323 mAh
Operating system: iOS 16.x

And that’s a wrap for the list of iPhone evolution since 2007. Apple’s iPhone evolution may not go through huge yet drastic changes but it’s still keeping in tact with fans and those who are actively seeking iPhone as their essential technological devices.

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